In a significant development, Dick Johnson Racing (DJR) has officially confirmed the extension of its partnership with Ford Performance, marking a new chapter in their longstanding collaboration. The Queensland-based team, renowned for its success in motorsport, unveiled the fresh Shell V-Power Racing Team livery for the upcoming 2025 Repco Supercars Championship. This unveiling also introduced Brodie Kostecki as a new addition to the DJR driver lineup, alongside the accomplished Will Davison.
The affiliation between DJR and Ford dates back over 40 years, with Ford being a consistent presence in the Australian Touring Car Championship/Supercars through DJR’s endeavors. Notably, Dick Johnson Racing, under the leadership of the eponymous Johnson, has clinched an impressive ten drivers’ titles and secured victory at the prestigious Bathurst race on four occasions. The legacy of success continued with drivers like John Bowe, James Courtney, and Scott McLaughlin adding to the team’s championship triumphs over the years.
The announcement of the extended partnership with Ford comes on the heels of another major revelation in the motorsport realm. Triple Eight Race Engineering recently declared its transition to Ford starting in 2026. Furthermore, Triple Eight has been earmarked by Ford to serve as the brand’s homologation team, pending approval from other teams in the competition. Despite these developments, DJR remains firmly entrenched in the Ford family, affirming its commitment to the blue oval brand for the foreseeable future.
Dr. Ryan Story, the Team Principal at DJR, expressed his enthusiasm regarding the prolonged collaboration with Ford Performance, emphasizing that the negotiations are nearing completion for what could be the most extensive sponsorship agreement in DJR’s history with Ford. This announcement underscores the enduring partnership between the two entities and signifies a continuation of their shared journey in motorsport.
Ford’s presence in the Supercars arena extends beyond DJR, encompassing other prominent teams like Tickford Racing, Walkinshaw Andretti United, Grove Racing, and Blanchard Racing Team. Noteworthy changes are on the horizon, with Walkinshaw Andretti United set to transition to racing Toyotas from 2026, coinciding with Triple Eight’s switch to Ford.
As the motorsport enthusiasts gear up for the commencement of the 2025 Repco Supercars Championship in Sydney, anticipation runs high for the thrilling competition that lies ahead. The stage is set for a season filled with excitement and fierce rivalries as the teams prepare to battle it out on the track. The motorsport landscape is evolving, with alliances being forged and strategies being reshaped, setting the scene for an enthralling chapter in the world of racing.
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